The Ismaili Center Houston, designed by the London-based architecture practice Farshid Moussavi Architecture, is set to open later this year. Created by the internationally renowned architect Farshid Moussavi, the Center marks a significant milestone for the Ismaili Muslim community and will also enhance Houston’s cultural landscape. The building aims to create an inviting space for individuals from diverse backgrounds to learn, engage, and connect. This is the culmination of a journey that started in 2006 when His Highness the Aga Khan IV (1936–2025), the spiritual leader of Shia Ismaili Muslims at the time, chose Houston to be the location of the first Ismaili Center in the United States. In addition to being a place of prayer, the Ismaili Center Houston will be a hub for discussion, culture, and education. It demonstrates the Ismaili community's unwavering dedication to promoting mutual understanding amongst all communities, faiths, and peoples.